News, yarns and blogs from the Cape to Cape Track!
Nic takes gold in tourism awards
There was plenty to celebrate for the Cape to Cape Explorer Tours and Surfpoint Resort family this week, with Surfpoint Resort general manager Nic Chirico taking home gold in the Individual Excellence by a Tourism Professional category at the 2026 WA Tourism Awards. ...
Plenty of highlights on Cape to Cape
Travel writer Cameron Wilson penned this article for The West Australian newspaper after joining our highlights tour on the Cape to Cape Track in Western Australia's Margaret River region. Here is his story: It’s a three-hour van ride south from Perth to start this...
When Megafauna once roamed the Margaret River region
Over 46,000 years ago, the Margaret River Region looked vastly different. Before the vineyards and farms, it was wild and untamed, teeming with extraordinary creatures, writes Lisa Ikin in this article for The Margaret River Region. Imagine kangaroos towering over a...
Our Nic named a finalist in WA tourism awards
There’s exciting news for the Cape to Cape Explorer Tours family, with Surfpoint Resort general manager Nic Chirico named a finalist in the Individual Excellence by a Tourism Professional category at the 2026 Perth Airport WA Tourism Awards. We're stoked to announce...
Ultimate Margaret River Adventure
The Ultimate Margaret River Adventure is a fully guided multi-day experience through Western Australia’s South West. It brings together the region’s most iconic landscapes, experiences and flavours into one seamless itinerary. This is not a choose-your-own-day tour....
Augusta walking trails
There's a wealth of cracking walks to do at the southern end of the Capes region. That includes a stunning section of the Cape to Cape Track, amid many other lovely walks. Read on for a guide to the Augusta walking trails, penned by Tom de Souza for The Margaret River...
Djeran on the Cape to Cape Track
Welcome to Djeran on the Cape to Cape Track, one of six seasons in the Noongar calendar of WA’s South-West. Djeran generally spans April-May and brings an end to the hot weather on the Margaret River Region's iconic 132km coastal hiking trail. Working with traditional...
Hiking the Bibbulmun Track: a deeper journey
Towering forests. Winding trails. A real sense of journey. This is what hiking the Bibbulmun Track is all about — and our latest tour captured it perfectly. Our recent 6-Day Bibbulmun Track highlights experience hikers stepped into the rhythm of the trail from day...
Tree planting in Margaret River
Cape to Cape Explorer Tours is planting for the future. We’re deepening our commitment to conservation with a new initiative focused on tree planting in Margaret River — and every guest can be part of it.Turning every hike into real impact For every guest who joins a...
Fitness and prep on the Cape to Cape
Have you seen our comprehensive Cape to Cape fitness and prep video that covers the essential info you need to know before your hike. It's designed for hikers who have booked our signature 8-Day Guided End-to-End adventure. Click to WATCH IT HERE.Terrain, training and...
Nature lover’s guide to Margaret River
Local writer Lizzy Pepper asked four great guides how to experience The Margaret River Region’s natural wonders, shaped by the six seasons of the Noongar calendar. This is this article she penned to help visitors get the most of out their visit to this stunning part...
Season starter: Cape to Cape Track in autumn
The Cape to Cape Track in autumn has launched in the best possible way, with two back-to-back groups walking every step of the full 132km trail this week. From the northern cliffs to the southern forests, both teams embraced the challenge, the coastline and the...
Forest to coast: Bibbulmun Track highlights tour
Our 6-Day Bibbulmun Track highlights experience showcases some of the most spectacular sections of the iconic Bibbulmun Track in Western Australia’s Great Southern region.Walk the Best Bibbulmun Highlights on the South Coast Towering karri forest. Giant tingle trees....
Guided Cape to Cape walk
As our autumn hiking season kicks off this week, we’re reflecting on another incredible 12 months of guided Cape to Cape walks along the spectacular Cape to Cape Track with Cape to Cape Explorer Tours. It’s been packed with breathtaking coastal scenery, vibrant...
Bunuru in the Margaret River region
There are six seasons on the Noongar calendar which guided the movement and daily life of the Margaret River region’s indigenous people, the Wadandi or Saltwater People. As summer deepens and the landscape dries, we move into the season known as Bunuru. This is the...
Autumn hiking on the Cape to Cape
We’re about to launch into our bumper autumn hiking season on the Cape to Cape Track! It runs from late February through to the start of June, with mild weather and blue skies. And it’s a fabulous time to tackle Western Australia’s famous 132km coastal walking trail....
Cape to Cape Track named a must-do Aussie hike for 2026
The Cape to Cape Track has just landed on the global stage. Western Australia’s iconic coastal trail has been named the only Australian hike on AllTrails’ Travel-Worthy Trails list for 2026. A big call from the world’s largest trail discovery platform — and a proud...
Cape to Cape Track: a hiker’s perspective
YHA Bushwalking Victoria club member and hiker Bec Cain recently completed a bucket-list hike: the Cape to Cape Track in Western Australia’s Margaret River region. Over seven days, Bec walked 132 km through beaches, forests, and rocky paths, taking in wildflowers,...
From Dream to Icon: A Short History of the Cape to Cape Track
Today, the Cape to Cape Track is a world-class hiking trail drawing walkers from across Australia and beyond — but it hasn’t always been that way. The 132km route winding along Western Australia’s spectacular south-west coastline has a rich and layered history, shaped...
What hikers are saying about Cape to Cape Explorer Tours
We’re incredibly proud of our TripAdvisor rating of 5.0, backed by hundreds of thoughtful reviews from fellow travelers. Here’s a glimpse into what makes our guided Cape to Cape Track adventures truly special. Outstanding reviews by real hikers “What an incredible...
5 top walks in WA’s South-West you need to experience
Western Australia’s South-West is a walker’s paradise. With its ancient forests, dramatic coastlines, wildflowers, and wildlife, the region offers some of the most diverse and spectacular walking trails in the country. Whether you’re after a quick scenic stroll or a...
Seasons greetings from the Cape to Cape team
Season's greetings from Cape to Cape Explorer Tours, with all of our staff wishing you a Merry Christmas from the Cape to Cape Track. And what a season it's been - our busiest ever! We've had hundreds of hikers coming to experience the Cape to Cape Track during our...
Season of Birak in Margaret River
There are six seasons on the Noongar calendar which dictated the seasonal movements of the Margaret River region’s indigenous people, the Wadandi or Saltwater People. And with hot summer weather arriving, we are now into the season known as Birak. There are many plant...
4-Day Margaret River escape
Looking for a Margaret River escape with the perfect blend of adventure, coastal relaxation, and unforgettable nature experiences? Award-winning Cape to Cape Explorer Tours and Surfpoint Resort have delivered a fantastic 4-day glamping getaway in the stunning...
Surfpoint Resort takes another silver at WA Tourism Awards
There’s exciting news for the Cape to Cape Explorer Tours family, with Surfpoint Resort general manager Nic Chirico named a finalist in the Individual Excellence by a Tourism Professional category at the 2026 Perth Airport WA Tourism Awards. We're stoked to announce...
Ultimate Margaret River spring bucket list
There’s never been a better time to get stuck into your Margaret River bucket list - here's 30 top picks for spring, as compiled by our friends at The Margaret River Region. Naturally, a hike on the Cape to Cape Track with Cape to Cape Explorer Tours is near the top...
Hiking tips for the Cape to Cape
Walking the Cape to Cape Track is on every hiker’s bucket-list. And nobody has as many insider tips when it comes to the Track as Cape To Cape Explorer Tours founder Gene Hardy. He’s been guiding groups on Margaret River’s famous 132km multi-day hike for 11 years. And...
Snakes and the Cape to Cape Track
Our hikers often ask about snakes on the Cape to Cape Track. The Track runs through the Leeuwin-Naturaliste National Park, which is a pristine coastal wilderness and a recognised World Biodiversity Hotspot. That means it’s packed full of wildlife, and snakes have...
Recognised for excellence in tourism awards
It was a night to remember at the 2025 Margaret River Region Business Awards, with Cape to Cape Explorer Tours proudly taking home two major honours. We won the Access & Inclusion Award and the Tourism Excellence Award. These wins celebrate the company’s...
Margaret River wildflowers through the lens
Prepare to be blown away by our photo special on Margaret River wildflowers, which are blooming in a spring crescendo right now! Hikers on the Cape to Cape Track are enjoying an amazing show. Wildflowers, endemic orchids and a host of native trees including...
Cape to Cape awards finalists
We’re thrilled to share some exciting news — Cape to Cape Explorer Tours and Surfpoint Resort have been named finalists in the 2025 WA Tourism Awards! It’s an honour to be recognised again for our work in the Margaret River Region, and we’re feeling incredibly...
Ultimate Bibbulmun Track tour experience
Join us for a once-in-a-lifetime adventure along the most stunning sections of the iconic 1000km Bibbulmun Track, stretching along Western Australia's wild and pristine south coast. This 6-day, 5-night guided hiking tour blends awe-inspiring nature, immersive walks,...
New guided highlights tour a winner!
Our new guided highlights tour of the Cape to Cape Track is proving to be a winner, taking in some top Margaret River experiences. We launched the 8-day Guided Highlights of the Cape to Cape Track in March 2025, with more dates available throughout 2026. What's unique...
Djilba: Rains, Renewal and Walking on Country
As winter begins to fade in the South-West of Western Australia, the Wadandi people—traditional custodians of the Margaret River region—welcome Djilba, one of the six Noongar seasons that reflect the deep and ancient relationship between people and the land. For those...
Finalists in Margaret River Region Business Awards!
We're thrilled to share some exciting news— Cape to Cape Explorer Tours is a finalist in the 2025 Margaret River Region Business Awards! It’s another proud moment for the team. And a well-deserved recognition of our dedication to delivering epic hiking experiences,...
Spring Has Sprung on the Cape to Cape Track
As wildflowers bloom and whales breach off the coast, we’re thrilled to kick off our first Guided End-to-End adventure of the spring hiking season on the spectacular Cape to Cape Track. Starting on Saturday, a new group of enthusiastic hikers began their journey...
Top nature experiences in the Margaret River region
The Margaret River region is known around the world for its wine, surf and gourmet food. But it’s also a place where nature truly takes centre stage. From coastal cliffs to underground caves, old-growth forests to up-close wildlife encounters, this is a region made...
New Cape to Cape Explorer Tours T-Shirts
We're excited to launch our brand new Cape to Cape Explorer Tours T-shirts. They're a great way to celebrate your time on the Cape to Cape Track or take home a stylish memento of the Margaret River region. Top quality T-shirts to celebrate your achievement These...
10 highlights of hiking the Cape to Cape Track
Stretching 132km from Cape Naturaliste in the north to Cape Leeuwin in the south, the Cape to Cape Track is a bucket-list adventure for anyone drawn to the wild beauty of Western Australia’s South West. With dramatic coastal cliffs, secluded beaches, towering karri...
Bucket list for visiting Margaret River
If you're visiting Margaret River, there's no shortage of exoperiences to tick off the bucket list. And here's an excellent guide for 30 ways to experience the best of this beautiful region. Naturally, a hike on the Cape to Cape Track with Cape to Cape Explorer Tours...
Self-guided Cape to Cape Track options
Thinking about hiking the Cape to Cape Track self-guided? Then read on for the full list of fabulous self-guided hikes you can do on Margaret River’s iconic walking trail. Cape to Cape Explorer Tours are the specialists when it comes to the 132km Cape to Cape Track ...
Why hiking in nature is good for you
There’s something powerful about leaving behind the noise of modern life and simply hiking in nature. Whether it’s the crunch of gravel underfoot, the smell of salt and eucalyptus in the air, or the sight of a wedge-tailed eagle soaring overhead, hiking in nature...
Giving back to the Margaret River community
At Cape to Cape Explorer Tours, we're always keen to support local initiatives boosting the Margaret River region's special nature, conservation and community. So supporting the annual food growing and sustainability event - the Edible Gardens Festival - was a natural...
Cape to Cape Track and Australia’s great hikes
Wondering how the Cape to Cape Track stacks up against Australia's great hikes? Australia is a hiker’s paradise, offering trails that span ancient rainforests, rugged coastlines, and arid deserts. Among these, the Cape to Cape Track in Western Australia stands out....
Two golds in WA Tourism Awards
Award-winning ecotourism business Cape to Cape Explorer Tours has added two more gold medals to the trophy cabinet after the 2025 WA Tourism Awards! Local legend and young achiever awards Cape Explorer Tours owner and founder Gene Hardy took out the inaugural Local...
Cape to Cape hiking bliss
It's been an incredible season of Cape to Cape hiking during autumn on Margaret River's iconic 132km walking trail. And here's just a few shots from the last couple of weeks on the Cape to Cape Track. These shots are from our 8-Day Guided End-to-End adventure, where...
Guides restoring the Margaret River
Our guides teamed up with local conservation groups to restore a section of the Margaret River and replant natives for habitat and wildlife. It was so inspiring to be part of a massive community planting with 170 locals! We planted more than 1800 seedlings. And helped...
Trifecta for WA tourism awards
Three Cape to Cape Explorer Tours are named as finalists in Western Australia's premier tourism awards. Nic Chirico, Bree Zikmundovsky and Floss Hayes are all been recognised for their exceptional talent. Their commitment. And their customer service at Cape to Cape...
Happy Hannah on the Cape to Cape Explorer Tours team
Our team of hiking guides is brimming with more talent after Hannah Dignon signed on to join the Cape to Cape Explorer Tours team. If you’re coming on a Cape to Cape Track adventure with us, you’ll more than likely get to say g'day to Hannah!Living a life chock-full...
Gene Hardy’s top Cape to Cape locations
Cape to Cape Explorer Tours founder Gene Hardy's top Cape to Cape locations are revealed in a handy guide for visiting hikers. Gene knows the Track like the back of his hand after 13 years guiding its diverse, 132km length. And in this story published in Private...
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